15 must-read business books by black authors that will help you thrive professionally

If you’re serious about your career, then chances are you’re constantly on the hunt for resources to help you prosper at work. The most successful leaders are readers, and it’s a no-brainer that books offer the most useful guides on how to reach your professional goals. No matter what stage you’re at in your career, the list of the top 15 business books by Black authors that follows will help you navigate the workplace, reach your market, become more confident, start a business, embrace failure, boost productivity, and stay inspired while building your dream. Becoming – by Michelle Obama If you haven’t already read the former First Lady’s memoir, Becoming, do so now. This book is a powerful guide that teaches employees the importance of self-advocacy, being resilient, and persevering in challenging workplace environments. This is especially perfect for anyone who is known to doubt themselves among colleagues, or tends to find themselves in difficult roles where you don’t feel set up for success. Obama offers ways to embrace the bad experiences and how to channel these situations towards building a strong professional foundation. Yes to You, No to Them – by Wallo267 Written by Wallo267, one of the biggest voices in culture, a New York Times bestselling author, and co-host of the globally influential podcast Million Dollaz Worth of Game, Yes to You, No to Them focuses on setting boundaries, understanding self-worth, prioritizing growth, and choosing yourself unapologetically. If you struggle on how to say “no” or push back in professional settings like 1:1s with your manager, this one’s for you. Wallo breaks down how to stop living for the approval, expectations, and distractions of others and start making decisions rooted in purpose. Reframe The Marketplace– by Jeffrey L. Bowman Award-winning and bestselling author Jeffrey L. Bowman’s book, Reframe The Marketplace: The Total Market Approach To Reaching The New Majority helps businesses identif